What to Wear to The Grove

Jeans and T-shirt

and a weighted pendant necklace...

A little secret that I learned from the https://fiftynotfrumpy.blogspot.com/ blog by Susan Street.  I love her blog and one of the best tips was to use the weighted necklace to keep this look from looking like I have a barrel chest.  It was an "aha" moment for me.

Necklace by Kendra Scott from Bloomingdales.  

They had it in lots of colors.

http://www1.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/kendra-scott-rayne-necklace-30?ID=1737715&CategoryID=1006277#fn=ppp%3D180%26spp%3D58%26sp%3D1%26rid%3D96|BOOST SAVED SET|BOOST ATTRIBUTE%26spc%3D136%26cm_kws%3Dkendra%20scott %26pn%3D1|0|58|136

Thank you, Susan @fiftynotfrumpy!

Grey t-shirt (old) from JCPenney.  I checked and this brand is no longer available.  When I find a great t-shirt, I buy it in three colors: white, grey, and black.  I get two of each. 

Jeggings from Hollister.

Shoes by Steve Madden.

http://www.stevemadden.com/product/CARRSON/229265.uts?selectedColor=TAN-LEATHER

Purse by Coach.

http://www.coach.com/coach-designer-handbags-prairie-satchel-in-pebble-leather/34340.html?dwvar_color=SV%2FSD

What to Wear to Casual Dinner Out with Husband

When it's a little chilly in the evening...

At the beach, it's my favorite thing to do is dine outside with a fire nearby. Today I am linking up with Tania on Wednesday’s Wardrobe.

This lightweight cashmere sweater is soft to the touch and light enough for the summer season.  I wanted to be casual, but a little soft and flirty for my husband of 20 years.  Hollywood secret: Whenever you are wearing white, make sure your undergarments match the color of your skin...I did NOT follow that helpful hint and you can see my tank top (from Target) under the nice sweater (old) from Bloomingdales.  In Hollywood, the wardrobe ladies carry with them, in their on-set kit, a fabric de-fuzzer.  I use one on my sweaters because the cashmere tends to ball and pill and fuzz.  A sweater de-fuzzer is affordable, you can order on-line, and it will keep your expensive sweaters looking new for a long time...use it!

White scalloped shorts from Macy's 

http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/maison-jules-scalloped-hem-shorts-only-at-macys?ID=2766271&pla_country=US&CAGPSPN=pla&CAWELAID=120156340006497880&CAAGID=19168000141&CATCI=aud-93756755488:pla-85541505661&catargetid=120156340003017276&cadevice=c&cm_mmc=Google_Womens_PLA-_-RTW+Womens_Women%27s+Shorts+-+GS_Maison+Jules-_-73589319781_-_-_mkwid_dDn9OITJ|dc_73589319781%7C-%7CdDn9OITJ&gclid=CjwKEAjw2PK7BRDPz5nDh9GjoGcSJAAybcS3KlxXuJfTDWu9u75ZCuTeOaF8dR1tTM-xS4BVBhLMiBoCKO_w_wcB

Hollywood secret: match the shoe to your skin tone to lengthen your legs.  I have at least a few pair of "nude" shoes for all different occasions.  If my legs are showing, I'm wearing shoes to lengthen my short, short legs.

After a few margaritas...

Tuesday Style Inspiration

White Jeans Grey Shirt

Pop of color...

Thank Goodness for the beautiful women that put themselves out there and inspire the rest of us.  Some days, my brain is DEAD and if I can get an idea for dinner or a better way to hack through life or an inspiration to shop my closet, well, the better I am for it.

Isn't she wonderful?  She's from Seattle...DressCoriLynn.com. I appreciate her style and check her blog almost every day.  It seems she just has it together, right?  And then, I read her blog the other day...check it out...DressCoriLynn.com...and she said that some days she wonders why she does it...okay, maybe I'm not CoriLynn and certainly she does not dress like a woman over 50, but her style is classic, ageless, and elegant...the perfect inspiration. 

So, while I am not the perfect CoriLynn, maybe I can be the best ME. 

(Thank you DressCoriLynn.com, you are my style inspiration and made my life just a little easier getting dressed today...)

Bloom where you are planted.

White Blouse White Jeans

Casual Lunch

When I'm with my bestie, I don't have to worry about sticky fingers, tantrums (maybe), or spilled juice (maybe wine).

I love wearing white in the summer when I know there will be no up keep issues.  I chose a loose fitting top, no collar, to pair with the tight skinny jeans.  Wardrobe tip: mix up the tight/loose silhouette, for example...if I'm wearing loose pants, then form fitting top...if I'm wearing form fitting pants or skirt, then I'm wearing a loose top (like this outfit).

White blouse by Rachel Roy from Macy's.  White Rock Star jeans from Old Navy.  Straw leopard print clutch (old) from H&M.  Caterina tasseled heels from Aldo (I tucked the top tassel up under the pants because they were bothering me).

...and then, anytime I am wearing white, I have my trusted Wet Ones with me.  Those Wet Ones are the standard on any movie set used by wardrobe...because it works!!!  For some reason, that particular formula wipes any smudge, dirt or spill AWAY!!  

...and then I always have Friction Block with me, because I love shoes and I hate blisters. 

 Rub this on your foot anywhere there is a pinch, rub, or tightness.  

Prevention is the best medicine!

Thoughts become words, words become actions, actions become habits, habits become second nature, second nature becomes character and character becomes destiny.

Think positive! :D

White Shorts Denim Jacket

Summer 2016

White shorts say summer to me, and I tend to wear them all season, so to keep it fresh, I change it up with styles and textures.

These little white lace shorts are fun and different.  They are from Express (old).

I'm using the column rule here, white shorts, white top (tank top from Target) and contrasting jacket (from JC Penney).  

Sand colored cross-body from Coach holds the essentials.

http://www.coach.com/coach-designer-crossbody-north/south-swingpack-in-embossed-textured-leather/52348.html?dwvar_color=LIEQO

Shoes that are similar color to my skin tone help lengthen my legs.

www.stevemadden.com/product/TRENDS/WOMENS/Chunky-Heels/CARRSON/pc/4157/c/2163/sc/4127/229265.uts?selectedColor=SAND-SUEDE

Be bold and mighty forces will come to your aid.

Summer Evening Cocktail Party

It's cool in the evening

A light shawl, in this case a kimono, was needed to provide a little coverage and warmth.

I am in love with the kimono look and found this one on-line.  There are lots of styles and colors, I ordered a large and could have gone up a size.  This is going to be the Summer of 2016 look for me...easy and comfortable.

Off-white cotton tank top is from Target ($8, super soft and easily replaced every season).  I buy the tank tops in white, black, and grey.  Shorts are Maison Jules from Macy's (http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/maison-jules-scalloped-hem-shorts-only-at-macys?ID=2766271&CategoryID=5344&selectedSize=#fn=sp%3D1%26spc%3D8%26ruleId%3D46%26slotId%3D4%26kws%3Dmaison%20jules%20shorts).  I got them because they were a little nicer than plain ones.  It has pockets that I cut out and sewed up to reduce bulk...cut them out, you don't need them!!

Shoes by Steve Madden  http://www.stevemadden.com/product/TRENDS/WOMENS/Chunky-Heels/CARRSON/pc/4157/c/2163/sc/4127/229265.uts?selectedColor=SAND-SUEDE.  Black clutch bag (old) is from Aldo (similiar: http://www.aldoshoes.com/us/en_US/handbags/clutches-%26-evening-bags/BIDWELL/p/37144913-96)

Necklace is a black sapphire necklace (old), but I chose to wear it because it sparkles and to pick up the black in the kimono...and because it was a party.

 

What to Wear to Your Daughter's Graduation

Graduation Day

It's a BIG DEAL, sitting, squished between parents/grandparents, in the bleachers (comfortably?) for an hour and a half, taking pictures FOR POSTERITY, then going for a BIG meal ('cus...come on, you haven't eaten for the whole day, right?)

We made it!!!  That's her, on the left, horning in. ;)  First, let me say how proud I am of my straight A daughter, so excuse my puffy eyes, crying will do that.

Plain black sheath dress is so easy to accessorize to your personality (and all day comfortable).  I am using the column rule here with contrasting colors.  Black dress, contrasting color cardigan, which in this case is a sheer silk kimono.  Black sheath dress is old, I bought it a while back and hemmed it, but I see that it's time for a little longer length.  Little silk kimono is from Amazon.com...I swear...and inexpensive!  I was looking for a lightweight cover and looked online under "Kimono Cardigan" and a slew of choices popped up!!!  Shoes by Aldo. http://www.aldoshoes.com/us/en_US/women/sandals/high-heels/CATARINA/p/46384580-32

So Proud.

Striped Shirt White Shorts

Summer

The closer it gets to Fourth of July, the striped shirts come out...

Striped shirts are classic.  

The little white shorts with the scallop edge keeps it from being boring.  

Crossbody bag from Coach and patent leather shoes (old) from Steve Madden.

...and now for a Hollywood Secret: Everyone know about teeth whitening, but here's a little extra special pop that actress' and public speakers use all the time.  It's red toothpaste.  Yes, red toothpaste.  It does not stain your teeth, it does stain your gums making your teeth and smile POP!  It's great if you are going to have pictures taken or you have teeth sensitivity and can't use the whitening strips.  It lasts A LONG TIME.  It's called Email Diamant Red Toothpaste, and you can find it on-line.

What to Wear While Waiting for the Appliance Repair Man

And Picking up kids and getting ice cream...

Seems like a lot for a busy mom, but in keeping with my promise to myself to work a blog...

A picture a day (someone needs a tan or leg make-up).  This day was not the day for either...summer sun, do your thing!!

White blouse by Express.  Tan cami is from Target (I'm pretty sure the belt is too).  Cargo shorts from Macy's on clearance and old shoes.

Striped Shirt White Shorts

Sun's Out

Time for the summer sun to put a little color on those legs...

I love striped shirts, it's a classic and sets the tone for summer.  Pop of red color keeps it from being too expected.

It seems striped shirts are everywhere.  Mine is old from Ralph Lauren.  White shorts from Old Navy.  Red belt from Target and red cross body bag from Coach.  Old, old espadrilles from Charles David.

50something comes with grey roots.  Hollywood Secret: Color Wow!

I wouldn't believe it, unless I saw it myself, this stuff works.  My shade is platinum, but it comes in EVERY shade.  Available at ULTA or on-line.

It's crazy how well it works...in seconds!!  Now let's talk about hot flashes...Hollywood secret: The personal hand fan

The wardrobe, hair, and make-up departments all have these on set for the actors...because they work.  Just don't fall asleep with one near your head, because it will get caught up in your grey hair...yea, that happened.

Walking in L.A.

What is Street Style?

I thought street style was when the photographers snapped pictures of the fancy folks leaving the high fashion shows in Paris, Milan, and New York.  I would like to redefine the notion that you have to be "high style" to have street style.

It's true, no body walks in L.A....unless you have kids, then you are running.  I found these shoes at one of those cheap and cheerful shops in the mall.  They are so comfortable, I think it's the strap around the ankle...or that they're plastic, either/or, if the shoe fits...

The shoes MUST fit and I have to be able to run (or at least scamper).  White blouse and jeans are so so simple to throw on and GO!  The white blouse is old from Express, but I have noticed that for the last three years, they have had the same style. (similar here:  http://www.express.com/clothing/women/mixed-texture-zip-front-blouse/pro/8621338/cat1840003?crossSellId=8621497)

It's sheer, so a little peel-a-boo with a lace camisole works.  I'm pretty sure I got that at Express, but it's super old and I cut out the tags.

And then, a close up of my favorite earrings.  My mother said you can always scrimp on pearls, 'cus no one can tell the difference.  These are called front/back (exact: http://www.claires.com/ProductDetails.ice?ProductID=92008).

Pop of color with the Coach purse, leopard print belt from Target, jeans from Hollister.